For immediate release | April 14, 2014

A guide to biographies to read aloud with kids

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CHICAGO — The right biography can be as enthralling as any work of fiction, blending facts with gripping storytelling. “” is a guide to the best ones for adults to read to kids. Noted children's book authority Rob Reid offers a choice selection of exemplary biographies that will entertain and educate children about a variety of fascinating people and their places in history. Organized by topic, including sports, politics and leaders, the arts, science and medicine, each annotation features a "10-Minute Selection" that showcases a particularly captivating episode of the book that can be read in one brief sitting. Parents, teachers, librarians and other adults will find compelling and inspirational biographies for kids with the help of this useful resource. The book is published by , a trade publishing imprint of the 91ý available through as well as numerous traditional retail outlets in both print and e-book editions.

Reid is a writer and an instructor at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. He is the author of numerous books, including “,” “,” “” and the Huron Street Press book “.” He writes regular columns on programming and children’s literature for Book Links and LibrarySparks.

In line with 91ý’s mission to enhance learning and ensure access to information for all, , a publishing imprint of the 91ý, harnesses the expertise of the Association and encourages library use among the public. Huron Street Press is administered through , which publishes resources used worldwide by tens of thousands of library and information professionals to improve programs, build on best practices, develop leadership, and for personal professional development. 91ý authors and developers are leaders in their fields, and their content is published in a growing range of print and electronic formats. Contact 91ý Editions at (800) 545-2433 ext. 5052 or editionsmarketing@ala.org.

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